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DTE Solar Panel Project Blocked and More News Nearby

Here are this week's most interesting stories from nearby towns.

Every Saturday, Patch will help you catch up with the big news happening in nearby towns, bringing you stories from sites along Woodward Avenue and beyond.

Here's what's been happening nearby this week:

ROYAL OAK: 'Serial Bank Robber' Suspect in Custody

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A man suspected of robbing banks in Royal Oak, Birmingham and Berkley was arrested Wednesday during an attempted bank robbery at TCF Bank on 12 Mile Road.

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FERNDALE: Ferndale Bike Rack to Make Woodward Avenue History

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The May installation of a bright yellow, 12-bike rack in a former car parking space will be a victory for Complete Streets advocates and the first of its kind along the historic roadway.

TROY: Troy City Council Stops Solar Panel System Proposal

The DTE Energy project, proposed at city-owned property at Interstate-75 and Long Lake Road, concerned residents nearby for its potential noise and real estate devaluation.

ROCHESTER: DDA Allowing Rochester Donors to 'Own' a Piece of Downtown

Downtown Development Authority launches Downtown Streetscape Sponsorship Program.

BERKLEY: Naughty or Nice? New Berkley Restaurant Will Let Diners Decide

Coco Fairfield's is expected to begin serving breakfast and lunch in June at the former location of Hogger's BBQ.

BIRMINGHAM: Birmingham's Studt a Candidate for Juneau Police Chief

Birmingham's police chief is one of three finalists vying for a position in Alaska's capital this week.

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP: Debris Thrown in Sewer Causes Backups at Fox Hills

The perpetrator or perpetrators removed two sewer line caps and dumped debris, causing several hundreds of dollars in damage, police said.

OAKLAND TOWNSHIP: Public Input Sought for Paint Creek Trail Master Plan

Online survey available to share your thoughts and ideas for the trail's five-year plan.

CLAWSON:

Residents encouraged to recycle every scrap of paper, plastic container, glass bottle or jar, and all the metal that will fit in their bins.


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